Marijuana and the teenage brain.

  • Cognitive Effects: Detrimental
  • Academic Performance: Detrimental
  • Amotivational Syndrome: Detrimental
  • Dopamine Regulation: Detrimental
  • Social Withdrawal: Detrimental
  • Impact on Future Goals: Detrimental

Takeaways

  1. The use of marijuana in adolescence can disrupt the normal development of the brain's endocannabinoid system.
  2. Excessive marijuana use can disrupt dopamine balance in the brain, leading to a blunted reward response.
  3. Raising awareness can help teens make informed decisions in support of their long-term goals.

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